Alternatives to Big Toy Space-Suckers

When space is limited, toys need to be too. Wait...is this really true? No, not if you're space savvy: big toys can be replaced with small toys that are just as fun and do the exact same job. Here are a few small space alternatives to popular big toy items:

For bigger kids:

1. You don't need a stage to create great theater. This printed sheet is easy to fold up and store and is a beautiful "stage" for shadow puppet play.

2. Instead of LEGO, consider Nanoblocks. The kits are so small, they are super simple to store. However: the blocks are tiny, and are definitely not for any child under 8.

4. Instead of a race-track, what about a roll of road tape (or try washi)? This way roads can appear (and disappear) wherever you like.

5. Instead of a wagon, how about building your own wagon using this Rolobox re-usuable wheel kit? You can make wagons, cars, buses, trucks with one small bag of wheels.

6. Instead of a dress-up box, what about a play silk? Since play silks are so generic, they allow for more freedom in creative play: they can be used as capes, blankets for teddy bears, to pretend to be ghosts, and more!

For babies and toddlers:

7. Instead of a regular ball, which can be difficult to store, what about an inflatable ball like the popular Gertie Ball? An added bonus: the Gertie Ball is very easy for little hands to catch!